School Bus Driver Trainee

dattco; Coventry; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CDL training support

Flexible schedule

Weekends off

401k with company match

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

DATTCO is offering a School Bus Driver Trainee program in Coventry, UK, providing classroom and behind-the-wheel training to help you earn your CDL and become a licensed School Bus Driver.

The role is designed as meaningful part-time work with a flexible schedule, plus CDL sponsorship and ongoing support from experienced trainers to help you progress to a full School Bus Driver position.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Ability to obtain CDL with Passenger and School Bus endorsements.
• Pass required background checks, drug screening, and DOT physical.
• Strong commitment to safety and customer service.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional.

Responsibilities

• Participate in our comprehensive training program to learn safe student transport.
• Complete classroom and behind-the-wheel training with certified instructors.
• Perform vehicle inspections and safety checks.
• Transport students to and from school and activities.
• Assist with field trips and charter work as needed.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Clean driving record

Safety-first mindset

Punctual and reliable

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Start a New Career with Us. We’ll Help You Earn Your CDL!

Have you ever thought about becoming a School Bus Driver but don’t have a CDL? No problem. At DATTCO, we’ll provide the training, support, and guidance you need to earn your Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and become a fully licensed School Bus Driver.

This is a great opportunity for individuals looking for meaningful part-time work, a flexible schedule, and the chance to make a positive impact in their community.

What You’ll Do:

As a School Bus Driver Trainee, you will participate in our comprehensive training program and learn how to safely transport students to and from school and other activities.

During training, you will:

• Complete classroom and behind the wheel training with certified instructors.
• Learn state and federal school transportation regulations.
• Prepare for and obtain your CDL with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements.
• Learn defensive driving techniques and student management skills.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and safety checks.
• Develop the skills necessary to safely operate a school bus.

After successfully completing training and licensing requirements, you will transition into a School Bus Driver role.

What We Offer:

• Become a School Bus Monitor while you are in training to supplement income - AM and PM student picks ups.
  • Availability for these positions is dependent on the school bus routes – talk to hiring manager about these opportunities during your interview.

• CDL permit and licensing support.
• Experienced trainers dedicated to your success.
• Flexible schedules that work around your life.
• Weekends, holidays, and school breaks off.
• Opportunities for additional hours through field trips and charter work.
• A rewarding career serving your local community.

What We’re Looking For:

• At least 21 years old.
• Valid driver’s license with a clear driving record.
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger and School Bus endorsements.
• Ability to pass required background checks, drug screening, and DOT physical requirements.
• Strong commitment to safety and customer service.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional.

Who you might be:

• Veteran seeking PT work.
• Stay at home parents.
• Seeking additional hours during the week.
• Previous work experience in a classroom or working with students.
• Semi-retired and looking for consistency with less hours.
• Community minded individual looking to get involved locally.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to enter and exit the vehicle repeatedly and perform required vehicle inspections.
• Ability to bend, kneel, reach, climb stairs, and use vehicle safety equipment.
• Ability to assist passengers during boarding, exiting, and emergency evacuations.

The physical requirements described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. DATTCO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable federal and state law.

Why DATTCO?

At DATTCO, we believe great drivers come from all backgrounds. Whether you’re changing careers, looking for supplemental income, returning to the workforce, or simply looking for a rewarding opportunity, we’ll provide the training and support to help you succeed.

Make a difference every day while building a new skill and career.

• Weekends off and school holiday breaks.
• Job stability and longevity.
• 401k with company match.
• Career growth opportunities - we promote from within under all DATTCO company brands (DeVivo Companies, Motor Coach, School Bus)
• May be eligible for unemployment insurance during the summer months.
• Employee Referral Program.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other protected classes.